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Murat, France

Rhône-Alpes · France

Murat is a small town in Rhône-Alpes, France with a population of 2,316. Elevation: 2,979 ft (908 m). Average temperature: 45°F (7°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
2,316 Population 296/sq mi density
2,979 ft Elevation 908 meters
45°F Avg Temperature 7°C
36.3 in Annual Rain
Europe / Paris Timezone
$23,404 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$23,404 median income, 6.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$103,600 home value, $518/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,316
Density296/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$23,404
Unemployment6.5%
Poverty0.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$103,600
Rent$518
Housing Units926
Rent Burden25.0%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
Rain36.3 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)
Population2,316
Population Density296 / sq mi
Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)
Coordinates45.1101°, 2.8686°
TimezoneEurope/Paris
Country🇫🇷 France
State / ProvinceRhône-Alpes
Average Temperature45°F (7°C)
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation36.3 inches (922 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.6 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$23,404

About Murat

Murat is a small town in France (Rhône-Alpes) with a population of 2,316. The city sits at an elevation of 2,979 feet (908 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 45°F (7°C). Temperatures range from 32°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 36.3 inches. The timezone is Europe/Paris.

The median household income in Murat is $23,404, which is 69% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.1% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 139 business establishments.

Income: Murat vs France

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Income

Median HH Income$23,404
69% below France avg

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above France avg
Poverty Rate0.1%
99% below France avg
Establishments (County)139

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Murat is $103,600, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $518 (55% below the national average of $1,163). There are 926 total housing units in the city. 25.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,600
63% below France avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$518
55% below France avg
Rent Burden25.0%

Ownership & Property

Housing Units926

Property Tax

Murat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. The area receives 8.6 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 2,979 feet.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below France avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,979 ft (908 m)
Area7.8 sq mi (20.3 km²)
Population Density296/sq mi
Coordinates45.1101°N, 2.8686°W
TimezoneEurope/Paris

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.3"
4% below France avg
Snowfall 8.6"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.94"
Driest Month (Mar) 2.28"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

246 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M4.2 on May 9, 2022.

May 9, 2022 5 km SW of Villebret, France M4.2 126 km
Aug 19, 2003 5 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.8 97 km
Feb 18, 2002 6 km NW of Creissels, France M3.7 110 km
Aug 23, 2003 1 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.7 93 km
Feb 1, 2008 8 km ENE of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.6 105 km
Jun 27, 1991 7 km WNW of Saint-Flour, France M3.5 12 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NNW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.5 96 km
Apr 7, 1998 5 km ESE of Pierrefort, France M3.4 24 km
Nov 5, 2001 2 km NW of Ambert, France M3.4 83 km
Jul 28, 1991 3 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.3 31 km
Oct 28, 1992 2 km NE of Neuvéglise, France M3.3 21 km
Jan 19, 1999 3 km SSW of Saint-Gervais-d'Auvergne, France M3.3 99 km
May 14, 1995 8 km WNW of Massiac, France M3.2 27 km
May 12, 1990 13 km SSE of Saint-Flour, France M3.1 31 km
Oct 19, 1995 5 km W of Montaigut, France M3.1 120 km
Sep 30, 1999 14 km SSE of Massiac, France M3.1 30 km
Aug 19, 2003 3 km NW of Saint-Georges-de-Mons, France M3.1 95 km
Apr 27, 1998 3 km NNW of Bozouls, France M3.1 69 km
Oct 26, 1991 France M3.1 40 km
Jun 29, 1991 7 km SSE of Neussargues, France M3.1 12 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Chaine des Puys (74 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Chaine des Puys Lava dome(s) 1,464 m (4,803 ft) -4040 74 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 32°F (0°C) 3.0 in Coldest
February 33°F (1°C) 2.6 in
March 38°F (3°C) 2.3 in Driest
April 42°F (5°C) 2.9 in
May 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in
June 55°F (13°C) 3.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 60°F (16°C) 2.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.2 in
October 47°F (9°C) 3.9 in Wettest
November 38°F (4°C) 3.2 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.0 in

Murat has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F / from 32°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.9") and March the driest (2.3").

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Schools in Murat

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lycée professionnel Joseph Constant - - - -
École Notre-Dame des Oliviers - - - -
Collège Georges Pompidou - - - -
École primaire publique Jean-Jacques Trillat de Murat - - - -
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Radio Stations near Murat

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
RFM 80 - MP3 128 kbps
Totem Lozère - MP3 128 kbps
Jazz Manouche - MP3 128 kbps
Sun Radio Bar deep, groove MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Murat

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Buron de Belles-Aigues
Espace Cézallier
Exposition Albert Monier
L'ostal de la Marissou
Maison de la Faune
Mémorial des déportés de Murat
Musée Alfred Douët
Musée de la Haute-Auvergne

Libraries in Murat

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Bibliothèque municipale0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque0.0
Médiathèque George Pompidou0.0

Farmers Markets in Murat

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Halle
Place du Foirail
Place du Marché

Hotels in Murat

3 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aux Globe Troters
Hostellerie du Cantal
Le Cantou

Cafes in Murat

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'escargot bar
Le Cellier de la Marmotte

Cinemas in Murat

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

L'Arverne

Monuments in Murat

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Arbre de Brême

Castles in Murat

4 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Château d'Anterroches
Château de Chavagnac
Château de Massebeau
Château du Jarrousset

Veterinaries in Murat

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

FR #13020881389
FR #8489045053

Train Stations in Murat

1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Murat

Gas Stations in Murat

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Auvergne Carburants
Station essence Intermarché Super
Total
TotalEnergies

Banks in Murat

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caisse d'Épargne
Crédit Agricole
Was:Caisse d'Épargne

Breweries in Murat

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Brasserie des Estives

Stadiums & Teams in Murat

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Murat

5 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Station de ski de Brameloup 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Laguiole 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Lioran 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Le Grand Sancy 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chastreix 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Murat

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne airportCFELarge Airport
Aurillac airportAURMedium Airport
Mende-Brenoux AirfieldMENMedium Airport
Rodez–Aveyron AirportRDZMedium Airport
Altisurface de La Taillade-Small Airport
Bort-l'Étang Airfield-Small Airport
Bozouls Airfield-Small Airport
Brioude Beaumont Airfield-Small Airport
Conques Airfield-Small Airport
Fenestres Airfield-Small Airport
Graissac le Faula Airfield-Small Airport
Issoire-Le Broc Airfield-Small Airport
La Sauvetat Aubusson-d'Auvergne Airfield-Small Airport
Le Bruel Airfield-Small Airport
Le Peuch Airfield-Small Airport
Le Vernet-Sainte-Marguerite Airfield-Small Airport
Les Bories Ultralight Airfield-Small Airport
Mazeyrat Airfield-Small Airport
Ribennes La Cheminade Airfield-Small Airport
Sailles Saint-Nectaire Airfield-Small Airport
Saint Félix de Lunel Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Flour-Coltines Airfield-Small Airport
Saint-Julien Sancy Airfield-Small Airport
Sarrans Cantoin Airfield-Small Airport
Thérondels Douzalbats Airfield-Small Airport
Tinhlat Airfield-Small Airport
Ussel-Thalamy Airfield-Small Airport
Verneugheol Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Murat

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
La Poste Murat

Churches & Religious Organizations in Murat

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Chapelle Saint-Antoine
Chapelle Sainte-Reine
Collégiale Notre-Dame des Oliviers
Église de l'Ascension
Église Saint-Antoine-du-Désert
Église Saint-Cyr et Sainte-Julitte
Église Saint-Étienne
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste
Église Saint-Laurent
Église Saint-Pierre

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/Paris

🇫🇷 About France

Capital Paris
Population 66,987,244
Area 547,030 km²
GDP (USD) $3,056,250,648,138
GDP per capita $44,700
HDI 0.917
Life expectancy 82.9 years
Internet users 86.8%
Urban population 78.8%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages French
Calling code +33
TLD .fr
Driving side right

Public Holidays in France

11 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Jour de l'an
Apr 6 Easter Monday Lundi de Pâques
May 1 Labour Day Fête du Travail
May 8 Victory in Europe Day Victoire 1945
May 14 Ascension Day Ascension
May 25 Whit Monday Lundi de Pentecôte
Jul 14 Bastille Day Fête nationale
Aug 15 Assumption Day Assomption
Nov 1 All Saints' Day Toussaint
Nov 11 Armistice Day Armistice 1918
Dec 25 Christmas Day Noël

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Frequently Asked Questions About Murat

What is the population of Murat?

Murat has a population of 2,316 residents and is located in France. The population density is 296 people per square mile, spread across 7.8 square miles.

Is Murat expensive to live in?

The median household income is $23,404, 69% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $103,600 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $518 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Murat?

Murat has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winter temperatures average 32°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.3 inches, with 8.6 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Murat?

The unemployment rate in Murat is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. There are 139 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Murat?

The median home value in Murat is $103,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $518.

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